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Gilbert Bécaud (born François Gilbert Léopold Silly in Toulon, France on 24 October 1927 - died on 18 December 2001) was a French singer, composer and actor, known as Monsieur 100,000 Volts for his energetic performances. His best-known hits are probably Nathalie and Et maintenant, a 1961 release that became an English language hit after being translated into "What Now My Love?". He began songwriting in 1948, after meeting Maurice Vidalin, who i ... nspired him to write his early compositions. He began writing for Marie Bizet; Bizet, Bécaud and Vidalin became a successful trio, and their partnership lasted until 1950. See more [+]